Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey Port Q&A
7 Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey traveler questions & answers
A: Kusadasi is very walkable. when you come out of the port, there is shopping to the left and straight across from the port. There is a castle to the right and old town to the left. I would recommend not going to Sevda Tepesi, the park with an overl... ook. Many are reportably hassled there for access and photos. If you were talking Ephesus, then you would need an excursion or taxi and we'll worth the trip.See More
Answered by dkantouth on February 22, 2024
A: Ship docks directly in town. Walk straight out of the port and cross the road. There is shopping on the right side and a much larger shopping area on the left side. There are a bunch of fish restaurants outside the port on the left side. I prefer the... restaurants at the marina (10 minute walk on your left side). Either Tranche Steakhouse (1st restaurant at the marina) or Ketchup (last restaurant at the marina). There’s also some shopping at the marina. There’s a pharmacy (Eczane) across the road (just before the Marina if needed). For the beach I would recommend Ladies Beach (5 minute taxi ride from the port). Tons of restaurants, water sports, chairs & umbrellas to rent. If you are doing Ephesus it’s best to either book ship excursion or pre-book one of the local tour operating companies (wouldn’t recommend a taxi or public transportation).See More
Answered by Poupa6 on February 23, 2024
A: There are many shops outside the port if you don't want to take an excursion. I suggest an excursion if you would like to see the ruins and history. it was pretty amazing. it's up to you tho.
Answered by senschica1 on February 17, 2024
A: As Christ Followers, we very much enjoyed our excursion to Biblical Ephesus. The history provided by our local tour guide and the opportunity to walk the streets of Ephesus will be something I will remember for the rest of my life. The tour also in... clude a visit to the Catholic Church Shrine for Mary's House, a "Biblical Lunch" at a local restaurant which was delicious, a stop at ruins of St. John's and a local silk rug factory. Amazing cultural immersion. We also took some time back at port to shop around prior to returning to the ship. Shops felt local as opposed to many Caribbean ports or Alaska where often the shops are cruise line owned. Summer 2023 was our trip.See More
Answered by NavasotaCruiser on February 18, 2024
A: We did a tour. I’m really glad we did. The guide was really knowledgeable about the history and we definitely saw places we would not have gone to on our own.
Answered by MSUSue803 on February 17, 2024
A: I would recommend using a tour guide which explains the meaning
Answered by michelleb1127 on February 17, 2024
A: No, you don't need to do an excursion. There are markets and a castle within easy walking distance from the port. You can go left, straight or to the right. However, as others have said, Ephesis and the House of Mary or other historical sites are w... ell worth it. Most likely, you would have time after to walk around. The only thing to watch out for is @ Sevda Tepesi at the top of the hill. lots of scammers wanting to charge for photos. I believe this was my favorite port.See More
Answered by dkantouth on February 18, 2024
Q: Anyone know where royal Caribbean docks in kudasai . Trying to arrange a diving trip pick up point ?
A: just saying.... those kids can do diving in the Caribbean at every port. You can snokle and maybe dive in Santorini.... but you can only go to Ephesus in one port in the world.
Answered by picalo on January 13, 2024
A: Docks at the port.. short walk to shopping and restaurants. Must see Ephesus.
Answered by Ruby13 on January 12, 2024
A: I have two teenagers who are dying to try diving . Feel this spot I’d perfect for this .
Answered by mrspugmom on January 13, 2024
A: Have you already been to this port? If not could you be talked into the ship's "half day Ephesus " tour? it was so simple and enjoyable....btw , plenty of knock offs in the port.
Answered by picalo on January 12, 2024
A: Or does anyone know a private company with a good reputation that does a private dive
Answered by mrspugmom on January 12, 2024
A: Why not try diving in Santorini? Snorkeling around a Caldera would be cool.
Answered by michelleb1127 on January 13, 2024
A: Cruiseline.com/Shipmate excursion partners, SEG offers this highly rated Turkish Bath https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/tour/private-ephesus-and-turkish-bath/eukuephbatpvt/?click=40821&utm_source=3rdPartyAffiliates&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=40... 821&utm_content=See More
Answered by CruiselineAdmin on April 16, 2024
A: I signed up through trip advisor for a Turkish bath. My trip is in September so I’ll check back to let you know how it was.
Answered by cruisersis on July 7, 2023
A: I would check if that is allowed in a Muslim country.
Answered by yoshida on July 25, 2022
A: Yes. It’s a very warm tour. Shorts are your best bet.
Answered by fbright on July 20, 2022
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